CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
- Problem
- Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2022 Outback vehicles. The engine wiring harness may have been damaged, resulting in a loose electrical connection to the engine control unit (ECU).
- Risk
- A loose electrical connection to the ECU may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the engine wiring harness and ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2022. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-22.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
A wiring problem can affect the engine control unit (ECU) on certain 2022 Subaru Outback vehicles. The engine wiring harness may have been damaged, which can create a loose electrical connection to the ECU.
A loose connection to the ECU may cause the engine to stall while driving, which increases the risk of a crash. If you own an affected vehicle, contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614 for help, and check your VIN for open recalls.
The remedy is free. Authorized Subaru dealers will replace the engine wiring harness and the ECU at no charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2022.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Subaru Outback | 2022 |
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